screen·play

[skreen-pley]
noun
1.
a motion-picture or television scenario.
2.
Older Use. a motion picture.

Origin:
1915–20; screen + play

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screenplay (ˈskriːnˌpleɪ) [Click for IPA pronunciation guide]
 
n
the script for a film, including instructions for sets and camera work

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Example sentences
The idea was a screenplay at first, but it didn't work.
Despite the collaboration on the new screenplay, the final release credits made
  no mention at all of the scriptwriters.
They ask the audience to find feelings and emotions that no one has bothered to
  write into the screenplay.
The plot is endearing and fun, and points to a well-written screenplay.
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